Canada secures spot in Baseball World Cup bronze-medal game with walk-off grand slam

“Canada’s Lucie Anctil Hits Walk-Off Grand Slam to Secure Spot in Women’s Baseball World Cup Bronze-Medal Game!”
In an outstanding display of skill and determination, Team Canada has locked in their place in the Women’s Baseball World Cup bronze-medal game with a breathtaking moment in the fifth inning. The game between Canada and Venezuela at Port Arthur Stadium in Thunder Bay, Ont., reached its peak when catcher Lucie Anctil stepped up to the plate with the bases loaded and Canada leading 6-0.
With unwavering focus, Anctil swung and connected, sending the ball soaring over the right-field wall for a grand slam. But this wasn’t just any grand slam – it was a walk-off grand slam, as the four runs extended Canada’s lead to 10-0, triggering the mercy rule and securing the victory for Team Canada.
An elated Anctil, hailing from La Pocatière, Que., expressed her disbelief and joy after the game, saying, “I was confident I could do a hit, but a home run? Honestly, I didn’t think that it would happen here. I was running for my life and just hoping that she didn’t make the catch.”
The win improved Canada’s record to 2-2 at the World Cup, bouncing back from consecutive losses to Japan and the USA. Team Canada manager Anthony Pluta reflected on the team’s strategy, emphasizing the importance of staying light-hearted and having fun to regroup after tough losses.
Meanwhile, Japan and the USA secured their spots in the world championship game with dominant victories earlier in the day. The teams maintained their unbeaten streaks, with Japan defeating Mexico 10-0 and the USA triumphing over Chinese Taipei 9-0.
Looking ahead, fans can expect an exciting preview of the championship game as Japan and the USA meet in the final round-robin play on Thursday. With a fierce determination, Team USA manager Veronica Alvarez vowed to continue their winning streak and showcase their teamwork and unity on the field.
As the competition intensifies, more exciting matchups await, with Mexico taking on Venezuela and Canada facing off against Chinese Taipei on Thursday. The winners will secure their spots in the bronze-medal game, leading up to the highly anticipated final games on Saturday at Port Arthur Stadium.
With thrilling moments and exceptional performances, the Women’s Baseball World Cup promises to deliver excitement and unforgettable memories for players and fans alike. Stay tuned for more action

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